VCR

Safety (MSDS) data for vincristine

Safety (MSDS) data for vincristine

Hazard: toxic


General

    Synonyms: LCR, leurocristine, VCR
    Use:
    Molecular formula: C46H56N4O10
    CAS No: 57-22-7
    EINECS No:

Physical data

    Appearance: solid
    Melting point: 218 - 220 C
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Stability

    Stable, but may be heat sensitive.

Toxicology

    Poison.

    Toxicity data
    (The meaning of any toxicological abbreviations which appear in this section is given here.)
    PAR-CHD LDLO 8.3 mg kg-1
    IVN-CHD TDLO 0.5 mg kg-1
    IVN-RAT LD50 1300 mg kg-1
    IPR-MUS LD50 5.2 mg kg-1

    Risk phrases
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    R23 R24 R25.

Transport information

    (The meaning of any UN hazard codes which appear in this section is given here.)
    UN No 1544. Hazard class 6.1. Packing group II.

Personal protection

    Safety glasses, gloves, good ventilation.

    Safety phrases
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This information was last updated on March 12, 2005. We have tried to make it as accurate and useful as possible, but can take no responsibility for its use, misuse, or accuracy. We have not verified this information, and cannot guarantee that it is up-to-date.